Essential Kruger Safari

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7 days

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The Kruger National Park, known for being one of the best places on the planet to have the chance to view the Big Five. It is a must visit for first timers to South Africa. The itinerary is beautifully balanced with safari and a chance to view natural wonders along the Panoramic Route. I would highly recommend this trip if you are a wildlife enthusiast!

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7 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants

16 peopleMaximum group size

16 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Moderate

Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

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Ends

Johannesburg, South Africa

Hazyview, South Africa

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Highlights

Enjoy multiple game drives with a team who knows all the animals’ favourite spots

Get closer to nature on a morning bush walk with two expert trackers

Spend a full day exploring the natural wonders of the scenic Panorama Route

Cruise down the Blyde River for more thrilling animal encounters

Unwind at a contemporary boutique hotel with a swimming pool

Itinerary

Ranked among the best wildlife-watching destinations on the planet, Kruger National Park hosts nearly 150 different mammals, including the famous five: lions, leopards, elephants, rhinos, and buffalos. Any trip would be special, but this finely tuned itinerary is all about making the most of your time in the bushveld and maximising your animal sightings. Expect multiple game drives when the animals are most active, plus expert insight from your guides that you just wouldn’t get from a guidebook.

day 1Adventure begins in Johannesburg • Welcome dinner

Begin your adventure in Johannesburg – Jo’burg or Jozi to those in the know – a dynamic city where history, culture and creativity meet.
Around 6pm-7pm, say howzit to your tour leader and fellow travellers, when we gather as a group for the first time to get to know each other and learn more about the adventures ahead.
Your tour leader then ensures a big South African welcome by arranging dinner at the hotel restaurant.
Want to explore Johannesburg further? Secure pre-tour hotel nights through your sales representative.

Meals

Dinner

day 2To Hazyview • Search for giraffes, elephants and apex predators on our first game drive

day 3Full-day safari in Kruger National Park

day 4Morning bush walk with expert trackers • Afternoon game drive

day 5Morning game drive • Afternoon at leisure

day 6Full day exploring the wonders of the Panorama Route

day 7Adventure ends in Hazyview

What's Included

Accommodation

All accommodation

Meals

All breakfasts, two lunches, six dinners

Transport

All transport and listed activitiesGroup arrival and departure transfers available

Guide

Tour leader throughout

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Itinerary

day 1Adventure begins in Johannesburg • Welcome dinner

day 2To Hazyview • Search for giraffes, elephants and apex predators on our first game drive

day 3Full-day safari in Kruger National Park

day 4Morning bush walk with expert trackers • Afternoon game drive

day 5Morning game drive • Afternoon at leisure